Radio Technician

Summary

Radio technicians are a group of allied medicine professionals who are trained to use medical imaging techniques, such as x-rays, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), nuclear medicine, positron emission tomography (PET) and ultrasound for creating images of a patient’s internal anatomy to diagnose injury or disease. Imaging techniques involve the use of radiation, hence it is very important to have adequate training and understanding of radiation safety and protection.

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Career Opportunities as a Radio Technician

They are a type of radiology technician that performs imaging tests using special scanners and cameras, along with compounded radioactive substances called radiopharmaceuticals. They assist physicians in diagnosing and treating disease in patients.

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How to Become a Radio Technician

Stream

Graduation

After Graduation

After Post Graduation

Path 1

Clear Class XII with Science Stream with Biology

Pursue B.Sc. Radiology for 3 years

Pursue M.sc Radiotherapy / Radio-diagnosis for 2-3 years

Pursue Ph.D. for 4-5 years

Path 2

Clear Class XII with Science Stream with Biology

Pursue B.Sc. Radiology for 3 years

Pursue Diploma/PG Diploma in Radiotherapy / Radio-diagnosis for 2 years

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Important Facts

Most college have eligibility criteria of minimum 50% aggregate marks in Class XII / and some of minimum 60%.

Must have passed class 12th or senior secondary examination with at least 50% marks including English.

Some colleges/ universities also have an age limit (17 at 31st December of the year of admission).

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